2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Murano | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
